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27 May 2026 at 07:38

Award

07 Aug 2025 at 09:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Hywel Dda University Health Board has undertaken a procurement process for the provision of mobile voice and data services under the P0346-Mobile Voice and Data contract. This procurement falls under the goods category, specified by CPV code 32583000, and serves the health board's operations in the UKL14 region, particularly Ceredigion, ensuring seamless communication coverage within the area. Initially initiated on July 14, 2025, and scheduled until July 13, 2028, this contract underwent a modification to update the contracting authority's registered address. The procurement was conducted using a limited procedure without the prior publication of a call for competition due to specific coverage challenges. The award was then confirmed to Vodafone Business with a contract valued at £67,212, signed on August 1, 2025, with the procurement process reaching the contract update stage by May 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications, particularly those adept at addressing regional connectivity issues within healthcare settings. Companies that provide reliable mobile voice and data services with experience in swift and efficient implementation or those looking to expand their footprint in the public health sector are well-suited to compete in such procurements. The Health Board’s preference for maintaining an arrangement with Vodafone highlights the potential for long-term business relationships and the assurance of continued contract opportunities for providers who can demonstrate excellence in service delivery and adaptability to unforeseen challenges. The specific requirements for alternative providers to enhance existing coverage imply a notable room for innovation and technological solutions in addressing such regional disparities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

P0346-Mobile Voice and Data

Notice Description

Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) has awarded a three (3) year contract to Vodafone for a mobile voice and data requirement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this modification is to update the contracting authority registered address

Procurement Information

Due to coverage issues specifically in Ceredigion, there is a requirement for an alternative mobile voice and data provider to the Health Board's main provider.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05830b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049352-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32583000 - Data and voice media

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,212 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 202510 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
Additional Buyers

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VODAFONE BUSINESS

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